Abstract:

The report analyzes part of a study conducted among Bulgarian students who have one or two years until the completion of their secondary education. The study is undoubtedly relevant due to the ongoing transformation in the Bulgarian educational system and the resulting tasks, which await their decision in the near and future. The study aims to analyze the underlying reasons why prospective students are targeting a particular university or educational area in which they want to study. A comparative analysis of respondents living in the capital compares with those living in other cities or smaller settlements. The material basis as a factor in the choice of university is addressed in this report. The study was conducted between March and May 2018 among 180 people, of which 38.3% were men and 61.7% were women aged 16-18. More than half of the respondents are from the capital. The data is processed with the standard statistical programs SPSS-21. A basic hypothesis is that the availability of good facilities at universities is leading in the choice of a university. The results obtained show significant correlations between awareness and choice, as well as between motivation and choice. The influence of the level of awareness on the nature of the choice and the satisfaction of it is confirmed. The analysis and evaluation of the research results reveal trends in motivational orientation in universities and allow their modification, approbation and development.

Keywords:

Social environment, material base, higher education, motivation.